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The Pains of Smog is the soon-to-be-released second book in the trilogy of smog-themed thrillers written by Chinese author Li Yuanchuan. In addition to writing, Li is the deputy head in environmental protection of Langfang…

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Downloadable novels, written to be read on mobile phones, are the most remarkable success story in Japanese publishing. The fledgling industry is already worth ¥9 billion (€57m) a year – while sales of traditional books are…

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Physical book sales may be declining, but the graphic novel sector is booming. London-based publisher SelfMadeHero is reaping the rewards of taking on the market and it’s not afraid to shake up tradition along the way.…

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The plot remains a well-guarded secret but the title of Japanese literary superstar Haruki Murakami’s latest novel was revealed this week: Kishidancho Goroshi (Killing Commendatore). The book, which will be published by…

Radio

We find out how our favourite books are adapted to both the small and silver screens, the stage and the radio. What makes a book adaptable: is it the characters or the plot? And how closely should you stick to the original…

Radio

Robert Bound, Alice Vincent, arts and entertainment writer for ‘The Telegraph’, and DJ and broadcaster Georgie Rogers round up some of the week’s TV and music releases. Plus: we discover the Italian publishers to know,…